-June 2024 Special Lease Deals-
2024 Chevy Blazer EV lease from Bayway Auto Group Click here
2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee lease from Mark Dodge Click here
2025 Ram 1500 Factory Order Discounts from Mark Dodge Click here
2024 Chevy Blazer EV lease from Bayway Auto Group Click here
2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee lease from Mark Dodge Click here
2025 Ram 1500 Factory Order Discounts from Mark Dodge Click here
Options
Comments
regards,
kyfdx
Edmunds Price Checker
Edmunds Lease Calculator
Did you get a good deal? Be sure to come back and share!
Edmunds Moderator
I noticed from the day one that the car slows down during downhill
'coasting' and when you take foot off the gas pedal .
It does not 'coast' like any other car I drove before. It is VERY annoying
to the point that I considering to sell that CR-V. I understand that I'll lose
lots of money - I ordered leather heated seats, fog lights and other accessories... .
(Interesting: I did NOT notice that defect during drive test of the dealership car -
I drove another CR-V then. My CR-V was picked by my wife - I was overseas.
She, of coarse, did not noticed anything).
Just like 'mjn015', at the beginning I thought that brakes are 'braking in'.
Now I believe something is wrong with the transmission. Similar problem was
reported by another guy I know - his situation was even worse: his CR-V was also
'jerking' forward after the 'rolling stops'.
I do not count very much on dealership/Honda help - they would probably claim that
'everything is normal according to specs'... you now.
Are there any ideas what to do: sell the junk and be more careful next time? OR
try to fight with Honda?
I understand the problem is common. Were there any recalls on transmission?
To be on the fair side - I must admit that other than described problem the car is
not bad. Gas mileage is 27-30 on the highway and generally car is very well thought of.
It is also a little shaky (I maintain tire pressure at 34 psi) and noisy but I can live with that.
Kizhe
Many people complain badly about stepping on the gas to accelerate during the neutral period and having to wait a second or two for the transmission to go back into gear on other cars. I think the CRV's system is preferable, once you get used to it. So does Infiniti, Mercedes, BMW, and others.
"Grade Logic Control
Grade Logic Control is a standard feature of the Civic automatic transmission. Unlike other systems, Grade Logic Control offers seamless progress over variable road condition, particularly on hilly routes where the transmission delivers the same degree of control as a manual transmission.
Grade Logic Control works by measuring throttle position, road speed, rates of deceleration and acceleration and brake pedal application to select appropriate shift points for 2nd, 3rd and 4th gears based on a series of stored shift maps.
In the example of a Civic being driven uphill, Grade Logic will sense a large throttle opening without any speed increase, and will deduce that the vehicle is travelling uphill and how steep the grade is. Grade Logic will choose a shift map that will downshift and hold the appropriate gear.
However, if a closed throttle and brake pedal activation signal is received, the system determines the Civic is being driven downhill. Grade Logic will select a shift map that will downshift and hold third or second gear to make use of engine braking.
Similarly, Grade Logic can use a rapid deceleration signal and a closed throttle to determine that the car is entering a tight bend, and will choose a shift map that downshifts early for more responsive acceleration. The same set of inputs occur in the braking/acceleration pattern often accompanying stop-go city driving."
from http://www.honda.com.au/showroom/civic/sedan/=technology/_transmi- ssion+grade+logic+control.htm
I am getting used to the "Grade Logic" on my MDX and I don't like the downshift when I coast down long hills that are part of my commute. In fact I pop the tranny selector into neutral on the coast that has light at the bottom. Don't worry, I keep my hand on the shifter and I won't do it the lights aren't right and/or the traffic is heavy.
Is it safe to coast downhill on the neutral gear like rerenov8r reported?
I do not mean traffic safety - this is a driver's responsibility.
I mean, is it safe for transmission/Grade Logic Control system?
What that system would 'think' what I am doing?
Kizhe.
Actually, most people like the downshift down long hills, since it prevents the car from "running away" under it's own weight in neutral, requiring braking to control speed. If you can't get used to it, though, I can understand.
What Michelin model did you choose? What was the actual tire size? Did you mount them on your CRV's stock rims?
I am looking for "city" performance (if I buy a CRV, that is). The Bridgstones offer nothing for me, as I will do zero off-roading. In the winter I would mount a set of Michelin Alpins, but I need a summer tire. A wider profile tire would also be useful to add to grip. Can a wider tire be accomodated by the factory alloys and the CRV's wheelwell?
Any and all comments on alternate tire choices are appreciated. Thanks in advance.
I love the flip down thing between the seats. You can purchase a unit for the middle if you choose. There are plenty of aftermarket companies that offer stuff. My friend has a refrigerated compartment/beverage holder/storage unit in his Villager.
I agree with the power lock thing 100%.
kyfdx
Edmunds Price Checker
Edmunds Lease Calculator
Did you get a good deal? Be sure to come back and share!
Edmunds Moderator
kyfdx
Edmunds Price Checker
Edmunds Lease Calculator
Did you get a good deal? Be sure to come back and share!
Edmunds Moderator
Perhaps it has to do with how far I sit to the dash? I drive with the seat all the way back.
regards,
kyfdx
Edmunds Price Checker
Edmunds Lease Calculator
Did you get a good deal? Be sure to come back and share!
Edmunds Moderator
Money was not a major issue. I just wanted to buy a car which I liked.
I took CR-V EX because it was Honda, but not only because of that.
There were also lots of other nice cars out there.
What I liked in CR-V was: gear shift and parking break lever position, flip shelf/passage between
front seats, in-dash 6-CD changer, plenty of cargo space (for me), powerful 4-cyl economical engine on regular fuel, tinted "green glass", engine is quiet .
What I disliked in CR-V: Grade Logic Transmission System (you have a feeling that smth drag you back, on downhill coasting, shaky suspension and noisy tires, mediocre radio sound.
What I bought as accessories: Fog lights (very GOOD - highly recommend), roof rack (mediocre) , Interior silver decals (which brought some 'exclusive' accents to dull interior), chrome exhaust pipe (worthless thing), front splash guards (why are they not 'standard'?), leather seats (very good), 4 -piece floor/cargo mats (practical), cargo net (never used so far), winter heated seats (not working - I guess they are waiting until winter comes to start working :-) .
All of these goodies brought the price to about $26,000 - but I have what I wanted.
I'm not going to try to diagnose your brake problem, but if the brake is rubbing the rotor partially while you are driving, it would be normal for the noise to stop when you apply the brake, as you then have full contact between the pads and rotors.
Also, there is no way your rear brakes are gone after 14,000 miles without some very serious problem... Rear drums typically last 80,000 miles or more.
hope this helps,
kyfdx
Edmunds Price Checker
Edmunds Lease Calculator
Did you get a good deal? Be sure to come back and share!
Edmunds Moderator
Second opinions are a good thing.
I remain....red-faced.
kyfdx
Edmunds Price Checker
Edmunds Lease Calculator
Did you get a good deal? Be sure to come back and share!
Edmunds Moderator
I question the mechanic saying the rotors are all rusty. What would you expect? Unless he is saying the fronts are all rusty. That would mean the calipers aren't working on the front and your only using the back. That would explain worn rear brakes.
Still, this is only speculation.
http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?file=/news/archive/2003- /07/31/national1634EDT0677.DTL
I posted this last year (2002 CR-V)
dave_cl "Honda CR-V" Aug 12, 2002 2:03pm
The site where this is posted requires registration (free), so I can't post a link. Send me an e-mail and I can give you more instructions.
This probably isn't the problem with yours, though you could have the dealer check it. It might be a problem with the thermostat, temperature control, or a switch in the compressor? I'm far from an expert though, so I'd take it to the dealer.
Once the car gets into 4th (top) gear it is nearly impossible to get the car to accelerate beyond a snails pace. The problem is that when we press on the gas the engine doesn't seem to respond accordingly to the input. The only way we can force a downshift is to take the vehicle out of Overdrive.
We've had it looked at once and of course they didn't find anything wrong with it.
This is especially noticeable at 55mph+
What do you guys think? Is it a transmission or drive-by-wire problem?
Honda had better get this stuff sorted out or they won't be the place I start my shopping next time.
How does it stand quality vise agianst Toyota Highlander
I'm not sure what you mean about brakes wearing. Some cars do have a little "click" noise when braking the first time after reversing, due to the pads moving slightly in the calipers. This is not a safety issue, just a little "quirk" of the car. It doesn't affect the braking at all.
Alignment issues are common on all new cars. truck transport can cause cars to be out of alignment on delivery to the customer. If yours is out, the dealer will fix it for free.
I think it's a good car, and would buy another. Actually, it would be a close race between the CRV and the new Forester XT. My biggest complaint is that I'm not a fan of the tires that come on it stock. I recently replaced mine after 30k.
In the manual, it said that there's a socket to plug in the brake and turn signal lights from the trailer and it is located in the left cargo area ... eh where exactly is it?
Thanks!
1. ABS
2. Distributed braking system
3. Side impact air bags
4. Realtime AWD
5. Multi-CD
6. Alloy rims
7. Tinted glass
8. Moonroof
For the 3K you actually get a lot of value...
http://www.hondaelement.org/showthread.php?s=2fde98b5f96ffc749406- 15c423e2d70a&threadid=2796
Just a thought...
Good luck.
I'm at a loss here.
if the tire on the right front was unseated from the wheel, it's possible that could have been what triggered the accident, rather than a result of the accident.
I'd chalk it up to bad luck or freak accident.
Hope everyone's ok, good luck with the insurance.
The former might indicate the lug nuts weren't tightened, and the latter a tire failure.